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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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